Are You Bourgie?

January 18, 2013

If you don't know the answer to that question, Clutch magazine's Stacia L. Brown says that her quiz can shed light on your precise degree of black elitism. 

How to Date a Black Nerd

"Blerds" were all over the news in 2012. Clutch magazine's Stacia L. Brown provides a step-by-step guide for how to have a relationship with one.

Single Ladies, Put Your Ballots Up

Stacia L. Brown, writing at Clutch magazine, notes that neither Mitt Romney nor Barack Obama has tailored ads to this group but says single women have significant legislative concerns. 

Is Olympian Harper Being Ignored Because of Colorism?

Clutch magazine's Stacia L. Brown says that U.S. hurdles champion Dawn Harper can't compete with her Olympic teammate Lolo Jones when it comes to press, and wonders whether the African-American athlete's complexion has something to do with the attention discrepancy. 

Privilege: It's Not Just for White Folks

In a piece for Clutch magazine, Stacia L. Brown contemplates the ways in which black women can find themselves at a distinct advantage.

On the Senseless Death of Darius Simmons

Clutch magazine's Stacia L. Brown says the unarmed 13-year-old's shooting death by an elderly neighbor is difficult to understand, but that shouldn't stop us from talking about this most recent racially charged tragedy.

Policing Unconventional Black Motherhood

In a piece for Clutch magazine, Stacia L. Brown says that the story of a mom investigated for "roadschooling" raises serious concerns.

Dream Hampton's Twitter Drama a Wake-Up Call

Writer and activist Dream Hampton deleted her Twitter account after her daughter was attacked. Clutch magazine's Stacia L. Brown says that something must be done about disrespect on the Internet.

LoLo Jones and the Problem With Public Virginity

Stacia L. Brown, writing for Clutch magazine, says that criticism of the 29-year-old athlete shows that public figures should avoid discussing their choices about sex altogether.

Is Olivia Pope the New Sally Hemings?

In a piece for Clutch magazine, Stacia L. Brown takes issue with the way race and gender are playing out on ABC's Scandal.